Subaru 2014 Forester, Owner'S Manual

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Alternative engine oil
If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used.
NOTE
Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
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Non-turbo models
Oil grade
SAE viscosity No. and
applicable temperature
Engine oil capacity
API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) classification SM or SN with
the words
“
ENERGY CONSERVING
”
or
“
RESOURCE CONSERVING
”
or
ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, which can
be identified with the ILSAC
certification mark (Starburst
mark)
0W-20 synthetic oil is the required oil
for optimum engine performance and
protection. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
*: If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available,
5W-30 or 5W-40 conventional oil may
be used if replenishment is needed but
should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic
oil at the next oil change.
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Adding the oil from low level to
full level:
1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt)
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Changing the oil and oil filter:
5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 Imp qt)
Specifications/Specifications
12-5
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CONTINUED
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